By Oliver Lines Leeds schools dropped 10 places in the latest primary school league tables, with just 48 per cent of pupils reaching the expected… Read More »UPDATED: Leeds schools perform less well – but Meanwood Church of England Primary comes top of the league
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By Sean Gannon
A stronger link between the city of Leeds and China will be forged after two leading universities have announced a new partnership
The University of Leeds has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Shanghai Jiao University, committing both organisations to closer relations on joint research, publications and activities.
The signing of the agreement took place in Leeds this week following a visit by a delegation of senior staff from the Chinese university.
The University of Leeds Pro-Vice-Chancellor: International, Professor Hai-Sui Yu, said: “Creating strategic partnerships with world-class universities around the globe is integral to enhancing Leeds’ global outlook and international reputation.
“Building an environment where our respective academic staff can work more closely will lead to an improved education for all students and also to higher quality research programmes, contributing to our shared understanding and transformation of the world.
“Shanghai Jiao Tong University is rapidly developing into a world-class university and we already collaborate on student exchanges and research activities so I am pleased we have been able to further strengthen our relationship and deepen our collaboration through this memorandum of understanding.”
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By Elle Rigby
EMOJI is the fastest growing language in the UK, fuelled by the arrival of 70 new emojis this week – including the avocado and a selfie animation.Read More »Emojis: A picture tells a thousand words… or does it?
By Kelly Woodward
A CHARITY that helps young women at risk of sexual exploitation in Leeds has received a grant from the West Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner.Read More »Leeds charity gets cash boost to stop sexual exploitation in community
By Tom Connell
‘Give Socks Not Dogs’ to loved ones this Christmas – that is the plea from a Leeds animal welfare charity.
Leeds Dogs Trust is inundated every year in the post-festive season with people looking to re-home dogs given as presents.
In January and February 2016, the trust received 529 calls from people with unwanted dogs and took in 103 animals in January of 2016 compared with only 52 in March.
Kelly Walker introduced Megan and Kiara who are hoping to find a new home together this Christmas:
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By Sam Brooksbank
A homeless charity in Leeds has backed a Labour scheme to create more housing for homeless people – even if other services are not available.
By Anna Riley
AN ARMY veteran has been left in a state of shock after thieves broke in to his home and stole his prized motorbike and other possessions.Read More »Ex-soldier’s Christmas ruined following theft of his prized motorbike
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By Jack Goodman
A driver has died after his car crashed into a house in Shelf following a police pursuit.Read More »Man dies after crashing car into house in Shelf after police pursuit